10 Ways To Use Fenugreek (Methi) For Ultimate Skin Care

Fenugreek seeds add a new dimension of flavour to many dishes. It is one of the oldest staple remedial plants with a myriad of benefits. One of the most unique aspects of fenugreek benefits is that, is a very useful herb in any form – powdered, seeds, dried leaves and as a vegetable. Apart from being used as a spice and a condiment, fenugreek benefits many cosmetic and health purposes.

Here are different beauty benefits of fenugreek for skin and hair:

* Glowing skin

The vitamin C in fenugreek seeds helps to give the skin a glowing look. Make a paste of soaked fenugreek seeds and apply it as a facial mask for brighter and clearer skin. Or try mixing a tablespoon of fenugreek seed powder with a little milk to make a paste, and apply as a facial mask.

* Skin cleanser

Soak fenugreek seeds overnight in water, and blend into a paste. Apply as a facial mask, and it will deeply cleanse your skin. Use the water left over from soaking the seeds to remove excess oil and dirt from your skin with a cotton ball.

* Skin toner

The water used to soak fenugreek seeds can also be used as a skin toner. Store the water in a spray bottle, and spritz your face lightly with it before applying moisturizer.

* Skin exfoliator

Use fenugreek seeds to exfoliate. Grind soaked fenugreek seeds into a scrub, and rub into your skin. It removes dead skin cells, and also reduces excess oil

* Effective acne treatment

Fenugreek seeds have antibacterial properties, so they are a good choice to fight acne. Boil some seeds in a large amount of water for 15 minutes. Strain the water and let it cool, then apply the liquid to your skin with a cotton ball.

* Prevents hair loss

Fenugreek seeds are said to be very effective at helping hair stay strong, and also at fighting dandruff and scalp irritation.Soak some fenugreek seeds all night, then blend them with some water and lemon juice. Apply as a hair mask, then rinse off. Also try soaking some seeds in coconut oil in a bottle. Keep the bottle in a cool place for 10 days, then filter the oil and massage your hair with it for a deep moisturizing treatment.

* Fights dandruff

The antibacterial and antifungal properties of fenugreek seeds make them useful for treating dandruff and itchy scalp. Make a paste of soaked fenugreek seeds with yogurt, and apply to your hair. Leave on for half an hour, then rinse off. Do this twice a week for best results.

* Makes hair shiny

Condition your hair and give it a shine with fenugreek seeds. Grind up ½ cup of soaked seeds, ½ cup yogurt, some lemon juice, and some water to make a thick paste. Put the mask on your hair and leave for 45 minutes before washing off with a mild shampoo.You can also soak seeds overnight in water, and apply the water to your hair the next morning.

* Helps prevent premature greying

Fenugreek seeds are said to help prevent hair going prematurely grey, supposedly because of their high potassium content. Simply apply a paste of soaked fenugreek seeds to your hair, and leave of for 30 minutes before rinsing off.

* Promotes hair growth

Fenugreek seeds may help to strengthen the hair follicles and encourage hair growth. Blend ½ cup soaked seeds with 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, and 6-7 drops of rosemary oil. Apply the mask to your scalp and leave on for 30-40 minutes before rinsing off.